Duck Career Network Alumni Career Advice and Events

Alumni Career Advice and Events

Read alumni career profiles and blogs, watch event recordings, and see what's coming up!


Career Profiles
Ducks with career and job search insight and industry experience are here for you, offering their perspectives and advice to enhance and inspire you in your career path. Through alumni career profiles and blogs, you can access alumni insiders’ perspective on jobs, organizations, and industries.
Tomas Flores

Building relationships through leadership and volunteering

February 5, 2021
Tomas Flores is the Director of Financial Services at the Oregon Department of Education which provides leadership for all elementary and secondary students in public schools and education service districts. He is responsible for the accounting and fiscal grant management of the department. Tomas is a certified public accountant (CPA) and has 25 years of governmental accounting experience. He has volunteered as a board member of the Latino Educational and Recreational Network, serves on the advisory board of the State Employees Credit Union, and is a member of the UOAA Board of Directors.
Tahni Kalina

Leadership through Relationship Building and Communication

January 8, 2021
Tahni Kalina graduated from the University of Oregon in 1992 with a bachelor of science degree in psychology. She jumped straight into social work out of college, later earning a master’s degree in social work from Eastern Washington University. Kalina now runs a private practice as an independent clinical social worker for adults and adolescents.
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Being Successful in a Diverse, Intercultural Work Environment

June 17, 2020
From a young age, John Branam always knew he had an interest in the intersection of social change, justice, public policy and education. He is now the Executive Director at Get Schooled, an educational nonprofit organization that is the nation’s only all-digital college, and career counselor, helping young people across America create successful pathways to their academic and professional future.
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Critical Thinking and How it Can Support Your Career Path

May 26, 2020
After graduating from the University of Oregon in 2002 with a degree in educational leadership, Amy Radochonski began recruiting students in educational programs at UO. She is now the VP of Programming for College Living Experience, where she engages with instructors across the U.S., helping plan programs for students with disabilities who are attending higher education. The skillset she gained from her time at UO can be attributed to her effective methods of critical thinking and problem-solving when tasked with individualistic, student-based needs.
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Being an Influential Leader and Expanding your Experience

April 22, 2020
Shortly after Anthony Lambatos graduated from the University of Oregon in 2004, he went to work for the family business, Footers Catering—eventually taking over ownership from his father a few years later. Owning a business appealed to Anthony, as it gave him the opportunity to shape and frame how a company was going to exist.
Event Recordings
We don’t want our alumni to miss out on our array of webinars. There’s no substitute for meeting in person, but when that’s not possible, or you’ve missed an event, a recording is the next-best thing. Watch these at your convenience, then consider attending a future event!
Grow With Google

Grow With Google: Use YouTube to Grow Your Business

October 7, 2022

YouTube isn't just a place to watch cat videos - it's also the second largest search engine in the world! Join Bryan Caplan, BA ’07, your Dedicated Trainer for Grow with Google, as he shares ways you can tap into the power of YouTube to grow your business.

Embracing a growth mindset

Embracing a Growth Mindset

October 1, 2022

Together, we will learn how the phrase 'not yet' can change your mindset. In a flourishing culture that embraces a growth mindset, the word 'no' is replaced with 'not yet.' Just because you or your team have not yet accomplished something, that doesn't mean it's impossible! When we embrace this shift in mentality, we are more willing to explore new possibilities and outcomes, and create an environment where everyone is supported in gaining new skills, insights, and perspectives.

UO Alumni Association

Up Your LinkedIn Game

May 2, 2022

LinkedIn is a powerful tool that can help you build your professional network, learn what you need for career advancement, and even find new opportunities in your next job search. You know that, but so does everyone else. James Chang, Director of the Duck Career Network, teaches you how to maximize your LinkedIn profile, connect with fellow UO alumni using powerful search tools, and navigate the world of online networking.

Grow With Google

Grow With Google: Power Your Job Search With Google Tools

May 2, 2022

Ducks fly higher in the job search with the help of Google tools! Join UO Bryan Caplan, BA ’07, your Dedicated Trainer for Grow with Google, as he walks you through discovering new job opportunities and how to organize and enhance your job search experience using tools including Google Docs and Google Sheets, as well as Google's Job Search feature.

Say Buh Bye To Burnout At Work

Say "Buh-Bye" to Burnout at Work

April 23, 2022

Tired of letting your job call the shots in your life? Ready to downsize your relationship with work and quit burnout without leaving your corporate job? Grant Gurewitz, BS ’13 shares how it's possible to be well at work AND be successful, with his research-backed and tested playbook to keep burnout on the sidelines.

Alumni Skill-Share
Both hard and soft skills play equal roles in employment, career success and work-life balance. When seeking the ideal job candidate, employers must consider a diverse set of skills that demonstrate achievements. Whether it's people-oriented skills or analytical data-centered skills, our Duck alumni community is made up professionals eager to share their expertise!
The Duck Career Network is happy partner with volunteers to bring you an ever-growing skill-sharing series, covering a wide range of career topics. Check back often see what's new!
Upcoming Events
Life Beyond UO
We want to ensure our graduating Ducks are prepared for life after the UO, and our alumni volunteers are here to help. We leverage our alumni as advice givers and storytellers to the benefit of soon-to-be grads. This blog series, completely written by alumni contributors, features a variety of helpful content for students and new graduates. Topics range from setting down roots in a new city to establishing oneself as a professional, from interview and job search tips to the benefits of networking and chapter involvement.